Are you trying to find wood fireplace inserts among various brands on the market but aren’t sure where to begin? To assist you in finding the right one, we’ve put together a list of the 7 best to help you pick the perfect one!
We investigated and evaluated a number of the top-selling wood fireplace inserts on the market in order to create our list of the best. Making a decision among the many options available is never simple. There are an infinite number of models available, each with a distinct price. And as you’ll find out, the best options aren’t usually the ones you imagine! This comparison is rich and relevant because of the numerous factors that were employed. You will find products featured in this ranking not only based on their pricing but also on their features and other customers reviews. To write this review, we completed 25 hours of research and did 20 wood fireplace inserts tests. You won’t need to pick products at random any more. If you’re unsure of what to look for, browse our list and consult the buying guide!
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The best wood fireplace inserts you can buy today
- 69,000 BTUs heats up to 1,200 Sq. Ft
- Cast iron feed door with large 16.5" x 9" ceramic glass window and heavy gauge 3/16" reinforced plate steel with firebrick lining
- Accepts logs up to 18 inches in length
- Over 75% efficient heating
- Replaces Vogelzang model TR004 and the US Stove Company 2200IE fireplace insert
- REALOGS PLUS TECHNOLOGY: With this special technology, the faux logs glow with authentic realism and shine day or night and it feels like you're looking at a real fireplace. Bundle includes log set & glowing ash mat.
- STUNNING REVILLUSION FLAMES: Dimplex is paving the way with their special flame technology that bounces off the included mirage panel which allows for larger, brighter and more realistic flames.
- DURABLE METAL BASE: The Revillusion resin logs are set into a metal frame that is not only durable, but mimics the look of a standard fireplace. Enjoy lasting service with a 2-year parts and 1-year service limited warranty.
- SUPPLEMENTAL INFRARED ZONE HEATING: Lower your energy bill by utilizing zone heating - where you heat just the rooms you need. The RLG models can all heat up to 1,000 sq ft and can be used regardless of the flames.
- MULTI-FUNCTION REMOTE INCLUDED: From the comfort of your living room, couch, bed, or chair feel free to adjust the heat and flame settings with the included remote.
- Perfect for Fireplace or Firepit - Six life sized ceramic gas logs that won't leave your fireplace looking bare
- Creativity - Arrange your logs based on your needs. You receive 6 logs with different designs to allow you to use your creativity. Stack the logs in an orderly fashion or mimic nature by placing them at random
- Complement Piece - Can be used to complement current gas logs, crackle flame firelogs, fire starters, firelog, crackle flame firelogs, glowing embers, fire starters, and lava rocks
- Family Safe from Toxic Fumes - Natural Glo logs burn clean and do not release any ash or residue into the air like some lower quality fake fireplace logs
- Great for All Type of Fireplace - Vented gas fireplace, Outdoor gas fireplaces, indoor gas fireplaces, direct vent, zero clearance, natural gas, gel, standard fire pits, fake fireplaces, electric fireplace inserts, propane fireplaces, etc
- Vermiculite Material Fire Bricks - Can withstand high temperature of 2200F, has strong thermal insulation performance, help you save woods and money.
- High-strength Firebricks - Not as brittle as clay bricks, and it's also not easy to peel off after burning.
- Size 9″ x 4.5″ x 1.25″- Common size firebricks for most of the stoves and fireplaces replacement, same size as service part 1-00-900450125 for Harman, FBP6E for US Stove.
- Precise size - Easy to install and won't leave gaps.
- Flat Surface Firebricks - Ensure that the combustion chamber is sufficiently flat after installation, beautiful and easier to clean.
- 【Realistic flames and flames speed】Electric Fireplace 3D Log Heater five flame brightness, that Projects infrared heat up to 10 feet and to distribute warm air throughout the room,Adjustable 1-5 Level flame speeds Create a comfortable and warm atmosphere,Enjoy Flame Effect without Heat.
- 【2 heating modes, 30s fast heating】Our fireplace insert for Room heats up to 300 sq.ft, through electric heating wire and quartz tube, 750W (Warm) and 1500W (Heating) heating mode, provide comfortable temperature,The fireplace heater is ETL certified,built-in overheating protection to avoid Temperature too high.
- 【Upgraded design & easy to use】Compared to other electric log, this fireplace Heater has Realistic Ember Bed with leaves decor and logs, electric fireplace inserts with Remote Controller and simple control panel, To adjust the heat temperature and flame color, While enjoying the warm atmosphere,The slight sound mode illuminates the bed of embers,without too bright flames affect sweet dreams.
- 【Vent-free Heater】This is a cost-effective faux fireplace logs which means no need dealing with smoke and sweeping chimney,This Electric Fireplace Log Set make the effect of realistic flame of fireplace, no smoke,no ash,no smell, To provides a warm environment, Enjoy 1500W Electric Fireplace precise district heating and decorting your room.
- 【Safe to Use&Satisfactory Service】This electric heater will shut off automatically when it gets too hot. Flame effect can be operated with or without heat mode, Suitable for any season as a home decoration, As your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us, Joy Pebble is committed to providing you with premium products and thoughtful service.
- Small size dimensions: 30-37-Inch width of firebox opening and 22.5-29.5-Inch height of firebox opening, with 37.5-30-Inch overall frame dimensions
- Black Finish with Clear Glass. 0.1875 inch clear tempered glass doors open completely for a full view of fireplace
- Standard Mesh Panel
- Cabinet Doors
- 5-Inch"easy grip" handles
- 🔥 System Upgrade: This log fireplace heater delivers up to 1500W of power and utilizes quartz tube infrared heating technology to help heat the room quickly, providing you with extensive and comfortable heating on cold days.
- 🔥Realistic Flame: The electric fireplace log heater utilizes resin logs with a realistic birch appearance to vividly reproduce the burning effect of a electric fireplace logs, providing you with 5 flame options and 5 air speed adjustments to create a romantic and cozy ambiance without the need for additional heat to keep your room clean and the air fresh!
- 🔥MultIple Modes: For the safety of your family, our electric fireplace is equipped with an overheat protection device. It automatically cuts off when it reaches 230°F and has a "sleep and timer" mode that won't disturb your sleep, and the entire fireplace operates at a very low noise level (≤40dB).
- 🔥Easy To Operate: Fireplace inset heaters require no installation and are available in a wide range of sizes. In addition, the flame function can be operated independently whether the heater is on or off, making it suitable for year-round use, with the added feature of automatically dissipating the heat when the heater is turned off.
- 🔥Widely Applied: Classic design fits most furniture styles and is the ideal heating solution for your living room, bedroom, office or store! Suitable for any occasion, safe to use in North America, meanwhile any problem please contact us we will solve it for you at the first time!
- 🔥Hassle-Free Heat: Having a fireplace used to mean gathering firewood, sweeping the chimney, and dealing with smoke inside your house. Now you can have a flickering fire in seconds with the TURBRO Eternal Flame electric log.
- 🔥Alternative Heating: Instead of cranking up your furnace thermostat, use the Eternal Flame fireplace insert as a cost-effective additional heater for your living room or den.
- 🔥Realistic Flames: The 3 adjustable brightness levels of the flames allows you to set the right amount of light no matter the occasion. A bright roaring fire for large gatherings, or a soft glow for more intimate encounters.
- 🔥Easy to Use: With an adjustable thermostat and simplified control panel you can have these glowing logs installed and blowing out heat in minutes. Use the remote control to adjust the temperature and flame output while seated across the room.
- 🔥Overheat Protection: Overheating protection automatically shuts the heater off if the internal temperature gets too hot. The TURBRO Eternal Flame heater is CSA certified to be safe for use in North America.
- REALISTIC 3D FAKE FLAME: ALPACA flame light imitates burning logs, presenting a realistic, rolling, and pulsating flame effect. The electric fireplaces adopt exquisite craftsmanship and premium material that can be run independently of heating, you no longer need to haul wood and clean up ashes.
- ENERGY SAVING FIREPLACE INSERT: Both the flame and temperature can be adjusted independently, there are 5 brightness levels of flame and 2 heating modes for you to choose from, The flame function can be used separately whether the heater is on or off, making this electric logs for fireplace convenient to use in every season.
- FAN HEATING FUNCTION: It comes with an adjustable fan heater, its function allows you to control the temperature and air humidity in the room. Equipped with remote control, press the heater button once or twice for high and low heating mode. When you press the heater button the 3rd time, the heater will turn off and the fan will continue running for 60 seconds to disperse the remaining heat from inside. The fan does not sound loud so it does not influence you to read, rest, or even sleep.
- OVERHEAT PROTECTION: For the safety of your family, our fireplace is safely equipped with overheating automatic shutdown function and it is ETL certified, it will automatically cut off the power when overheating, ensuring that you fall asleep warmly and quietly at night without any worries. You can press the timer button to set a timer between 1 to 24 hours, after which the heater will turn on or off by itself.
- PORTABLE ELECTRIC FIREPLACE LOGS: Plugs into any 120 volts outlet, the electric logs can be placed anywhere you like, it can free standing and built-in installation. It also can be a replacement for a traditional fireplace. Comfortable warmth—a small electric fireplace heater ideal for your living room, bedroom, basement, office, courtyard, or store.
- YOUR PEACE OF MIND IS OUR PRIORITY: We only make high-quality fireplace products, ALPACA electric fireplaces have passed strict quality inspection before leaving the factory, and have certificates to ensure your peace of mind when buying and using. If you have any problems with your electric fire place, please feel free to contact the ALPACA service team directly and we will get back to you within 24 hours!
- 25" W x 20" H x 10" D size suitable for free standing in small and large existing openings or cabinet. Very simple installation, just place it into the opening.
- Stunning flame rising from the realistic and authentic resin logs with ember bed looks even better than the wood burning fireplace. 100% energy saving LED shorten your bill, while also enjoying the beautiful flame effect with or without the heater all year long.
- Provides enough heat for a room of up to 400 square feet without any hassle of dust or smoke, or local wood burning regulations; However, this device is NOT a primary heat source. Uses a standard 120V with a polarized plug, or a 15amp circuit.
- Remote control is provided with 2 AAA batteries which is very convenient to use when you receive it.
- One year limited warranty. Customer service is always ready for help whenever needed.
- CSA Certified
- Double support and ruggedized all-steel stove grates
- 13 inches long and 10 inches wide
- Perfect for wood stoves, fireplaces or fire pit
- Gas shielded welding
- Heat resistance paint, same with stoves
- Fireplace Decor: These 16-inch birch logs are ideal for filling faux fireplaces, firebowls, fire pits, and more. Whether you have an electric, gas, or mock fireplace, these logs add a sense of realism and charm to your decor.
- DIY Creativity: Unleash your creativity with these unfinished wood logs. Paint, stain, or customize them to match your interior or outdoor decor. Use them for seasonal displays, rustic centerpieces, or holiday decorations.
- Natural Beauty: Made of natural birch wood, every log is a one-of-a-kind piece, making them a stunning addition to any setting. (Please note that the logs you receive may not be an exact match to the provided images, adding to their individual character.)
- Perfect Size: Each order includes 12 logs, each measuring approximately 16 inches in length with diameters ranging from 1.6 to 2.5 inches. This size is fit most fireplaces and other decorative applications.
- Holiday Decor: Elevate your holiday decor by placing these birch logs on your front porch, tucked into galvanized buckets with festive trees for a charming Christmas display.
- Heavy duty steel construction with 1''x5/16" solid bars
- Heat resistant black finish, paint same with stoves
- All-steel stove grate with extra two support legs
- Perfect for wood stoves, fireplaces and fire pits
- For larger stoves/fireplaces, use two grates
- REALISTIC 3D FLAME - Designed with a realistic 3D flame effect that will create a warm atmosphere; Dancing and vivid flames burn orange and red, illuminating your room in a pleasant glow; It adopts exquisite craftsmanship and premium material that looks like the real thing to be as vivid as possible; There’s no longer a need to haul wood and clean up ashes
- ADJUSTABLE FLAME AND TEMP - Both the flame and temperature can be adjusted independently, making this heater/fireplace combo convenient to use in every season; There are 5 brightness levels of flame and 2 heating modes for you to choose from; The flame function can be used separately whether the heater is on or off
- FAN HEATER - It comes with an adjustable fan heater that controls temperature and air humidity; Press the heater button once or twice for high heating mode and low heating mode; When you press the heater button the 3rd time, the heater will turn off and the fan will continue running for 60 seconds to disperse the remaining heat from inside; The fan does not sound loudly so it won’t disturb your sleep
- CLASSIC DESIGN - The simple, elegant, and nostalgic appearance of the VIVOHOME electric log insert heater provides an immersive experience for your whole family and keeps you warm during this holiday season; The appropriate size and classic design of this fireplace can fit most furniture styles, making it even more widely useful
- OVERHEATING PROTECTION - Safely equipped with overheating automatic shutdown function, it will automatically cut off the power when overheating, ensuring that you fall asleep warmly and quietly at night without any worries; You can press the timer button to set a timer between 1 to 24 hours, after which the heater will turn on or off by itself
- BRIGHT REALISTIC FLAMES: Utilizing bright & adjustable LED flame projections the Country Living Log Set is a perfect addition to your home and provides heat without the dangers of having a fire in your home.
- COUNTRY LIVING: Designed with famous Country Living Magazine, the Country Living 20 Inch Log Insert is perfect year-round. Simply turn off the heat and allow the dancing flame effects to light up your home.
- HEATS UP TO 400 SQ FT: Warming your space literally & visually, feel free to add the log set in a pre-existing fireplace or in the corner of a room to add supplemental heat.
- INCLUDED REMOTE CONTROL: Convenient multi-function remote control can adjust the flame brightness, temperature and turn on/off the log set.
- COMPACT SIZE: At just 20 inches wide the Country Living Log Set is perfect for large and small homes. Simply plug in and place at the center of your fireplace for an easy DIY upgrade.
- Realistic Dancing Flame: This electric fireplace log heater features resin logs with realistic birch wood appearance to vividly recreate the burning effect of the firewood log set. The dancing flames and glowing log ember bed allows you to enjoy the visual effect like a real fire, keeping your room clean and the air fresh.
- 1500W Fast Infrared Heating: This electric log heater uses the infrared heating technology, which helps warms up the room quickly without drying your skin or air. It can heat up to 1000 square feet with 5120 BTU heat output, and you can enjoy the comfort like warm sunshine at any time in winter.
- Safe Protection & Low Noise: For the safety of your family, our electric fireplace is equipped with the overheating protection device. It will automatically power off when reaching limit to avoid overheating. Besides, the whole fireplace operates with low noise (≤42 dB), ensuring that you fall asleep warmly and quietly at night without any worries.
- Simple Control Panel for Easy Use: The electric log heater is designed with a functional control panel that allows you to easily turn the flame and heat on or off, and adjust your desired temperature with the control knob. In addition, the flame function can be operated separately whether the heater is on or off, suitable for year-round use.
- Classic Design for Wide Application: The minimalist and nostalgic look of this electric fireplace provides an immersive experience for your whole family and keeps you warm during the holiday seasons. Its appropriate size and classic design can fit most furniture styles, making it the ideal heating solution for your living room, bedroom, office or store.
- Clay Material Fire Bricks - Can withstand high temperature of 2700F, has strong thermal insulation performance, help you save woods and money.
- Teamperature Rating - 2700F(1482C)
- Size 9″ x 4.5″ x 1.25″- Common size firebricks for most of the stoves and fireplaces replacement, same size as service part 1-00-900450125 for Harman, FBP6E for US Stove.
- Precise size - Easy to install and won't leave gaps.
- Flat Surface Firebricks - Ensure that the combustion chamber is sufficiently flat after installation, beautiful and easier to clean.
- PATENTED*** HEAVY DUTY FLAT STEEL: The fireplace grate is made of heavy wrought iron, flat bars are 1 inch wide, 5/16 inch thick. Flat bars hold logs in place better. The fireplace screen/grate has a good weight of 12.77lbs, it’s durable, thick and well-constructed, easy to clean, just sweep it clean.
- MEASUREMENTS: 20" W x 10" D x 2" (inner height) / 4"(overall height), two long supporting legs are 6 1/8 inches wide, the fireplace grate holds a pile of wood, and makes fire for a long time.
- SUPERIOR CIRCULATION: The burning wood rack is 2.5" high for easy air circulation and easy heating, this gives enough elevation for the wood to be able to suck a good amount of air from underneath and heat up really good, you can save wood logs, as after wood burning for hours, leave you with a healthy bed of coals on the firebox floor that provide heat in the room but not accelerate the wood burn on logs in the grate
- STURDY STRUCTURE: 8-legs supporting makes the front and back long bars, not easy to deform or sag, 8 bars with small gaps holds all the big pieces of firewood, and most importantly holds smaller pieces of wood as the logs wittle down, the grate retains the embers to maintain the fire. With this grate you literally just through a log on the fire once you get those embers glowing and each log burns evenly and consistently.
- EASY TO INSTALL: Just screw the bolts up, you can have kids or grand-children help (4+years old), enjoy the fun of DIY with family members. Compacted package comes to achieve good support to buyers. The grate is stylish and functional, suitable for mid-century or modern inside fireplace, wood burning stove, and also practical for patio fireplace, or outdoor campfires.
- User-friendly Design: Size 16" W x 12.5" H x 9.4" D which is suitable for free standing in small and large existing openings or cabinet. No installation is needed, just plug it in and place it into the opening. No vents are required.
- Simplified Function: 750W and 1500W heating modes could be set at your need, 9 settings are included in thermostat. The flame could be used with or without heating. Use the simplified control panel to adjust the temperature and enjoy a toasty feel.
- Life-like Flame Effect: The realistic log set and ember bed project flames onto the mirage flame panel and gives a real fire feel all year long.
- Safety Protection: With a thermostat, the fireplace heater will automatically shuts the heater off when it gets too hot. It is almost silent when it is working, so it will not disturb your study or rest. The portable log set is CSA certified.
- Superb Customer Service: Customer service is always ready for help whenever needed. One year limited warranty.
- Multiple Assemble Methods: Apart from normal recessed assembly (insert dimension: 48.7”W x 5.98”D x 16.3”H), this linear fireplace also accepts wall mounted installation and freestanding placement. The wall bracket and stand feet are both included for great convenience.
- Amplify the Dancing Flame: Vary from the regular model where the screen size only takes up 60% of the electric fireplace, ours takes up 80%, allowing you to enjoy 9 flame colors with 5-level flame brightness in a wider view. Besides, the flame function can be used independently for home decoration.
- Customized Heating, Better Feeling: This fireplace heater features 750W/1500W heating and 62℉-82℉ thermostat, which is convenient for you to select the most comfortable warmth and keep the room temp as you set before. Moreover, the 5000 BTU heat output covers up to 500 sq ft of space.
- Warmth in Silence and Safety: The ≤35dB low-noise operation avoids disturbing your daily life. During operation, the overheat protection will make this electric fireplace automatically shut down if the inner components reach 203℉. And the ETL certification ensures extra safety.
- All Selections, All in Your Hands: Both the control panel and remote control feature the same functions, whether you wanna choose 9 flame colors, 5-level flame brightness, 750W/1500W heating, 1H-8H time setting, 62℉-82℉ temp adjustment or turn power on/off. Require 2 x AAA battery (not included).
How to choose a good wood fireplace inserts
Does the idea of finding a fantastic wood fireplace inserts make you anxious? When it comes to purchasing this product, specifically when deciding which model to select, has your head been spinning between options? You are not alone if that is the case. We are aware of the pressure involved in the purchasing process!
Your presence here indicates that you are interested in wood fireplace inserts. Before choosing which product would be the best for your needs after being inundated with information, locate a reliable source with genuine selections. You can get that information from a variety of sources, including buying guides and rating websites, word-of-mouth recommendations from friends and family, online discussion forums where users can share their own experiences, product reviews that can be found all over the internet, and YouTube channels. You can only get the right product through exhaustive analysis. But you realize that’s not always simple. In order to ease your concerns, we have taken the time to develop a list of the top wood fireplace inserts products available right now. You might be wondering how we came up with the list. How was this buying guide developed?
First, we used our algorithms to gather as much reliable data as we could about these products. To verify all the data gathered, we used both artificial intelligence and a lot of algorithms.
Then, our experts used criteria that are recognized in the business to evaluate them according to their quality to price ratio, allowing us to choose the top wood fireplace inserts on the market right now!
The selection of the goods is not arbitrary. Before creating a list, we take into account a number of factors. Below are some of the criteria discussed:
Brand Value: What happens if you choose a dubious brand just because it appears to be a good deal? So the likelihood of receiving a product with a short shelf life increases. That is due to the fact that well-known brands have a reputation to uphold, while others do not. Top wood fireplace inserts brands strive to provide some distinctive traits that set them apart from the competition. So, hopefully one or more of the items on our list will be perfect for you.
Features: Useful features are all you need, not tons of them. We consider the important aspects and select the top wood fireplace inserts based on those.
Specifications: Numbers always help you measure the quality of a product in a quantitative way. We try to find products with higher specifications, but with the right balance.
Quality: A product’s quality may always be quantified with the aid of numbers. We look for goods with better standards that strike the proper balance. The best quality product that gets highly appreciated and recommended by experienced users.
Customer ratings: Would it be accurate to suggest that the wood fireplace inserts were used by hundreds of customers before you? Superior ratings indicate that many customers had better service.
Customer Reviews: Like ratings, provide you with accurate and reliable information about the product from genuine customers. Customer ratings are very important to all of us because they contain accurate and reliable information about the customer service we received from several hundred customers.
Seller Rank: This is very intriguing! Not only do you need a good wood fireplace inserts, you also need a product with rising sales that is trendy. It accomplishes two goals. First, the expanding user base proves the quality of the product. Second, given that number, producers must be able to offer greater quality and after-sales support.
Value: You get what you pay for, they say, so consider the value. Cheap isn’t always good and expensive isn’t always bad. However, that does not imply that spending a lot of money on a product that is flashy but underwhelming is a good idea. Before adding them to the list, we make an effort to evaluate how much value you can get for your money from your wood fireplace inserts.
Durability: Durability and reliability are closely related concepts. You will benefit from a strong and long-lasting wood fireplace inserts for months and years to come.
Product availability: Products come and go, and new ones replace the old ones. Most likely, a few new features and required changes were made. What use is it to use a supposedly good product if the maker no longer supports it? We make an effort to highlight products that are current and offered by one or more trustworthy sellers, if not more.
Negative Reviews: Yes, we do take that into account as well! The goods with the majority of bad reviews are filtered out and disregarded when we choose the best-rated one on the market.
These are the standards by which we selected our wood fireplace inserts. Do we end our process there? Hell no. The most crucial fact about us that you should be aware of is that we regularly update our website with current and pertinent information. We have one more layer of filtration since we place the greatest importance on reader satisfaction. Please let us know if any product included here is incorrect, irrelevant, subpar, or simply out of date. We always value your opinions, and we’ll work hard to make any necessary corrections to our list in response to them.
Why should you believe us?
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This guide is the result of more than 10 years of experience in researching, testing and writing about many topics. Each member of our team is an authority in their area. We read every article we could find online and every consumer review on every retail website for seven hours. Additionally, we discovered a ton of websites that offered helpful resources, including buying tips and thorough information on wood fireplace inserts.
